FDA requests comments on Nutrition Facts research
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has requested comments on a study examining consumer reaction to possible modification of Nutrition Facts labeling, it said in a Federal Register notice.
Archives for November 30, 2009
Dispatches from FiE
DSM launches enzymatic whey whitener
DSM has developed a new fungal peroxidase that can whiten whey without the use of harsh chemicals, and avoiding off-tastes and protein irregularities.
Krill conflict could threaten omega-3 potential
The krill category and the science backing it are still emerging, but there are many who believe krill extracts have the potential to 'go big' in the healthy foods arena. Very big.
US concern rises over grocery spending
Nearly three-quarters of American shoppers are more concerned about the cost of groceries than they were six months ago, according to a new study from Health Focus International.
FDA could delay decision on bisphenol A
The US government ruling on the safety of bisphenol A (BPA), due to be delivered later today, could be delayed as officials plead for more time to review the wealth of scientific evidence on the chemical.
New regulation to impact liquorice prices, says leading supplier
Confectionery makers can expect no let up in the current high liquorice prices due to the fact that pending EU regulation, setting limits for the first time on Ochratoxin A (OTA) levels in the ingredient, will impose further pressures, claims a leading...
Inulin-gum mix creams up low-fat custard
A mixture of inulin and carrageenan may allow the formulation of low-fat custard formulations with a creamier texture than the full-fat versions, says a new study.
Changing tastes make China new flavour centre
Burgeoning demand for flavours from Chinese food manufacturers has led to rapid growth in the last decade and encouraged more foreign firms to set up operations there, says Leatherhead.
France defines GMO-free labelling threshold
The French government’s advisory council on biotechnology has outlined rules for a voluntary GMO-free labelling system in a new report.